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I put the Google Pixel 9a, 8a, and 7a cameras to the test — here's what I learned

Google is using more computational photography processing than ever.

"Pixel 9a has an all-new rear main camera that enables the new industrial design and new Macro Focus," the company told Android Central. Night shots were the most hit-or-miss aspect of the Pixel 9a camera system, with some photos turning out perfect and others looking grainy or over-smoothened in processing. Personally, I think the Pixel 9a's improved color science and Macro Focus mode more than make up for any tiny loss in clarity you might notice.

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